With all of the fun that Summer brings, working over a hot stove in the kitchen while trying to put together a meal is really not ideal. Being able to spend more time in the sun, gardening, walking the dog, and playing in the yard with the kids is much more appealing, isn't it? But, that doesn't mean take-out every night, or skimpy, thrown-together meals.
Plus, Summer is a wonderful time to really absorb the tastes of the season. Vegetables are brighter and crisper, fish is fresher and, come on — does anything beat the taste of a perfect burger?
So, take advantage of the Summer bounty and break out the slow cooker [1]. From pulled pork burgers to mouth-watering side dishes, the slow cooker can do it all for you, allowing you to soak up some Vitamin D [2] a little bit longer and still be able to sit down to a delicious and nutritious meal. Check out some of the recipes we pulled together in order to make your Summer meal times [3] easy, tasty, and fun.
Slow-Cooker Hawaiian Hula Pork Tacos With Pineapple Slaw
Get the recipe: slow-cooker Hawaiian hula pork tacos with pineapple slaw [5]
Slow-Cooker Chicken Quinoa Primavera
Get the recipe: slow-cooker chicken quinoa primavera [6]
Slow-Cooker Barbacoa Beef
Get the recipe: slow-cooker barbacoa beef [7]
Vegetarian Chili
Get the recipe: vegetarian chili [8]
Asian Chicken Lettuce Wraps
Get the recipe: Asian chicken lettuce wraps [9]
Slow-Cooker Blackberry Jalapeño Chicken Sandwiches
Get the recipe: slow-cooker blackberry jalapeño chicken sandwiches [10]
Slow-Cooker Spinach and Artichoke Dip
Get the recipe: slow-cooker spinach and artichoke dip [11]
Marinated Artichoke Hearts
Get the recipe: marinated artichoke hearts [12]
Slow-Cooker Loaded Mini Taco Bites
Get the recipe: slow-cooker loaded mini taco bites [13]
Slow-Cooker Bourbon Brown Sugar Pulled-Chicken Sandwiches
Get the recipe: slow-cooker bourbon brown sugar pulled-chicken sandwiches [14]
Slow-Cooker Fresh Herb Chicken Mushroom Leek Casserole
Get the recipe: slow-cooker fresh herb chicken mushroom leak casserole [15]
Slow-Cooker Tomato Basil Tortellini Soup
Get the recipe: slow-cooker tomato basil tortellini soup [16]
Slow-Cooker Minestrone Soup
Get the recipe: slow-cooker minestrone soup [17]
Slow-Cooker Gigante Beans With Tomatoes and Pancetta
Get the recipe: slow-cooker gigante beans with tomatoes and pancetta [18]
Slow-Cooker Sweet Potatoes With Blue Cheese
Get the recipe: slow-cooker sweet potatoes with blue cheese [19]
Slow-Cooker Bacon Bourbon Baked Beans
Get the recipe: slow-cooker bacon bourbon baked beans [20]
Crispy Chinese Shredded Chicken
Get the recipe: crispy Chinese shredded chicken [21]
Easy Slow-Cooker Shredded Chicken
Get the recipe: easy slow-cooker shredded chicken [22]
Slow-Cooker Pulled-Pork Sandwiches
Get the recipe: slow-cooker pulled pork sandwiches [23]
Slow-Cooker Mexican Chicken With Black Beans
Get the recipe: slow-cooker Mexican chicken with black beans [24]
Slow-Cooker Roast Chicken
Get the recipe: slow-cooker roast chicken [25]
Slow-Cooker Jalapeño Peach BBQ Sauce
Get the recipe: slow-cooker jalapeño peach BBQ sauce [26]
Slow-Cooker Spaghetti Squash
Get the recipe: slow-cooker spaghetti squash [27]
Slow-Cooker Chicken Carnitas
Get the recipe: slow-cooker chicken carnitas [28]
Slow-Cooker Vegan Beans And Rice
Get the recipe: slow-cooker vegan beans and rice [29]
Slow-Cooker Chile Verde
Get the recipe: slow-cooker chile verde [30]
Slow-Cooker Pineapple Salsa
Get the recipe: slow-cooker pineapple salsa [31]
Slow-Cooker Cilantro Lime Cumin Chicken
Get the recipe: slow-cooker cilantro lime cumin chicken [32]
Tequila Lime Pork Roast
Get the recipe: tequila lime pork roast [33]